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First Things First

FOX Sports
NFL
World Cup
New England Patriots
Lamar Jackson
New York Knicks
Victor Wembanyama
Drake May
NFL Playoffs
Josh Allen
Seattle Seahawks
Kansas City Chiefs
Drake Maye
Baltimore Ravens
Super Bowl
Lebron James
Matthew Stafford
Buffalo Bills
Patrick Mahomes
Dallas Cowboys
San Antonio Spurs

First Things First airs Weekdays at 3 PM ET on FS1! Join Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes as they discuss the biggest stories in the world of sports. From LeBron James, to Patrick Mahomes, this show will bring you the first, and most incisive, opinions on the best sports stories.

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Latest Episodes

(00:00) Big Ten to pass rule today to block players form returning to CFB from NFL

(26:06) CFB Analyst RJ Young joins to discuss the latest in college football

(38:41) Chances being named QB2 is good for Shedeur Sanders?

(55:56) Danny’s list of To... more

(00:00) Browns name Deshaun Watson Week 1 starter

(24:05) Cowboys hype too high, too low, or just right?

(38:26) Dae’Quan Wright has been waived by the Browns, and has an agreement to play for LSU this season

(48:24) Expect Bears get off to hot st... more

(00:00) Fernando Mendoza ready to start?

(24:48) INDYCAR Driver Graham Rahal joins the show

(34:17) No true No. 1 receiver in Buffalo?

(49:49) Too much hype around the Rams?

(1:08:22) Expectations for Patrick Mahomes

(1:22:07) Greg's Top 3 Dangerous ... more

(00:00) Will Patriots or Eagles have a better season?

(26:29) Can Broncos have the best offense in the NFL?

(40:20) Optimism for Steelers & Aaron Rodgers

(49:58) No chance Shedeur starts Week 1 for the Browns

(1:09:25) Christian Lundgaard joins the s... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Kirkwood
IndyCar
Episode: Von Miller signs with Cowboys, Ty Simpson's Debut, Lamar's Super Bowl Window
Josef Newgarden
IndyCar
Episode: Von Miller signs with Cowboys, Ty Simpson's Debut, Lamar's Super Bowl Window
Will Buxton
Voice of IndyCar on Fox
Fox Sports
Episode: Russell Westbrook Retires, Ben Johnson Wants Best Offense Ever, Nick’s Tiers
Jaylon Johnson
Two-time Pro Bowler, Bears cornerback
Chicago Bears
Episode: Russell Westbrook Retires, Ben Johnson Wants Best Offense Ever, Nick’s Tiers
Kyren Williams
Running back for Los Angeles Rams, guest on show
Los Angeles Rams
Episode: Mahomes ‘itching’ to get back, Caleb Williams's ceiling, Cowboys ‘fireworks’, Kyren Williams joins
Deion Dawkins
Buffalo Bills tackle featured in discussion about Josh Allen
Buffalo Bills
Episode: LeBron James ‘ wants to win another ring’, Josh Allen ‘not a one-man-show’, Cowboys the G.O.T.I.?
Curt Cignetti
National Champion Head Coach
Indiana University Bloomington / Indiana Hoosiers
Episode: Curt Cignetti joins, Baker Mayfield ‘disrespected’ by Bucs, Pressure on Ravens this season?
Julian Sayin
Ohio State quarterback, Big Ten Media Day participant
Ohio State University
Episode: Julian Sayin joins, Cowboys Super Bowl dreams ‘not a reach’, Is this Aaron Rodgers’ last season?
Ben Stiller
Knicks super fan, actor
Episode: LeBron signs with 76ers, Caleb Williams ranked 51st, Ben Stiller joins, Will Aaron Donald return?

Hosts

Nick Wright
Host of First Things First; long-running, high-energy sports commentator with a focus on NFL and NBA storytelling.
Chris Broussard
Co-host and regular contributor providing analytical and player-perspective takes.
Kevin Wildes
Co-host and analyst known for outspoken takes and dynamic banter.
Danny Parkins
Co-host providing discussion leadership; engages across topics.
Coach Mangini
Co-host offering tactical insight from coaching perspective; adds NFL strategy context.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • Nick/B&W are worth everting Fox pays him/them

    Love this show so much!! Been here since day zero but honestly Fox you don’t need Coach. He may be knowledgeable, but he’s terrible with communication && constantly disrespect/dismisses Nick when he’s the driving force of the show imo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnny_oaks81
    United Statesa month ago
  • Summer squad better than regular

    Danny Parkins Coach Mangini and Kevin O’Connor is a dream squad for this show, better than original. Brou contributes so little lately it is sad. Retirement time

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sz2222
    Polanda month ago
  • Why Some Not Others.!?

    Why does🇺🇸give Bills#17 A-Pass.? I Mean I Know The Answer, I Just Want To Hear You-3’s Answer.! I Think he Stinks Up The Field Most NFL Sundays, APPEARS he’s maga & Gets The Pass. Not Good. he’s Great! All Professional Athletes That Make A Roaster Includ’g All In The Building”Dream Jobs” All-Coaches,Includ’g Ball Boys&Girls”Excellence” All I’m Saying Is Be FAIR.! Eagles#1 Won A S/B🏆EVERYONE ACTS LIKE HE HASN'T.wtf’sGo’g-On.? I Believe… The QB That Wins🏆Is #1 IN THE NFL.! QB’s Job IS TO NOT M... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United Statesa month ago
  • 7/22/26

    Dear Wildes,

    Who is editing the podcast? The episodes have been abruptly ending for the last several episodes.

    Your wife is a lucky lady

    -stan

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cjhgb
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Fantastic show, always gets me laughing while also informative. I’ve never liked soccer but have loved listing to the World Cup coverage! Dax Mcarty is awesome, great takes and great voice tone, might actually make me a soccer fan…at least till NFL, NBA come back online

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Corduroy212
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Edgy takes and bold opinions are a hallmark, attracting listeners who like provocative sports discussions.
Some listeners critique posting/editing delays and occasional heavy-handed moments, but overall enthusiasm remains high for spirited debates.
Chemistry among hosts comes through strongly; fans appreciate the banter and chemistry.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#4
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Apple Podcasts
#65
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#106
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#5
Australia/Sports/Basketball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Curt Cignetti joins, Baker Mayfield ‘disrespected’ by Bucs, Pressure on Ravens this season?
Q: What does Curt Cignetti believe about leadership and sustaining a championship program after a national title?
He emphasizes structure, consistency, and developing intangibles, noting the marathon nature of a season and the need to keep main goals in focus while supporting players' growth.
Curt Cignetti joins, Baker Mayfield ‘disrespected’ by Bucs, Pressure on Ravens this season?
Q: How much pressure do you view Lamar specifically being under this year?
The panel argues it is a huge amount of pressure given the coaching change, roster changes in the division, and the expectation to maximize Lamar's unique talents within a new system.
Argentina has lowest remaining odds to win World Cup, Top 10 QBs list, Can Spain beat France?
Q: Did they get it right? Is Josh Allen now ahead of Patrick Mahomes on the top quarterback list?
Greg Jennings argues that while Mahomes is elite, Allen has matched him in many categories and benefits from being in a similar tier; the debate centers on projection versus current season performance.
France vs. Spain preview, Lamar Jackson ranked 69th in NFL Top 100, David Ortiz joins
Q: What are your expectations for Yamal today?
Dax expects Yamal to be a difference-maker, not solely through goals, but through drawing defenders and creating space for teammates, with potential for a big game if he can exploit wide areas.
Brazil beats Japan, Ja Morant traded to Trail Blazers, Are the Warriors building a Big 4?
Q: What do you make of the Ja Morant trade to Portland?
The panel sees it as a potentially bigger move, not just a single swap, with Portland exploring star acquisitions (like Jalen Brown) to create a top-tier, two-way roster that could alter outcomes in the West, though there are doubts about overall fit and long-term sustainability.

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High-energy, opinion-driven sports show focused on basketball and football, blending hot takes with analysis, guest insights, and pop-culture banter. Regular hosts debate quarterback hierarchies, star player narratives, and league-wide storylines, while occasionally branching into other sports or entertainment tangents. Notable strengths include strong host chemistry and the willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, making it a go-to for listeners who enjoy fast-paced, provocative sports conversations and cross-sport context. The format is conducive to guest appearances from players, analysts, and executives, providing diverse angles on current storylines and rising stars.

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1. Kyle Kirkwood
2. Josef Newgarden
3. Will Buxton
4. Jaylon Johnson
5. Kyren Williams
6. Deion Dawkins
7. Curt Cignetti
8. Julian Sayin

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